Administration-news
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FutureVU releases comprehensive vision for development of campus
A holistic vision for the physical development of campus over the next 20 to 30 years is now available on the FutureVU website. Read MoreMay 16, 2018
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Dockless bike-sharing pilot continues through summer; preferred pricing available for VU, VUMC
Vanderbilt's six-month dockless bike-share pilot enters a new phase this Friday, marking the end of the first month of the launch designed to bolster the university's mobility and transportation strategy. Read MoreApr 25, 2018
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BlueSky energy visioning session lays foundation for carbon footprint reduction
Nearly 50 people attended Vanderbilt's first BlueSky visioning session March 26-27 to generate bold and creative approaches for reducing the university's carbon footprint. Read MoreApr 4, 2018
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FutureVU pop-up park to transform Central Neighborhood April 2-6
Vanderbilt's Central Neighborhood will be transformed into an interactive pop-up park April 2-6. Scheduled events include breakfast on the go, a movie night and several activities sponsored by the Recreation and Wellness Center. Read MoreMar 30, 2018
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Making Nashville ‘Living Building’ Ready topic of March 29 event
The first in a local series of focused discussions about the Living Building Challenge is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Thursday, March 29, at the Vanderbilt Engineering and Science Building. Read MoreMar 23, 2018
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Vanderbilt and ofo partner to bring dockless bike sharing to campus
As part of its ongoing mobility and transportation strategy, Vanderbilt is launching a six-month pilot of a dockless bike-share program beginning Tuesday, March 27. The kickoff event will feature bike demos, rider education and giveaways. Read MoreMar 22, 2018
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Expedited construction timeline for Greek Row modifies West End Neighborhood project
The West End Neighborhood project has accelerated its timeline by a year and a half for construction of five houses and a community event house. Read MoreMar 19, 2018
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Redesigned sustainability report expands focus to include holistic environmental efforts
Vanderbilt displays a new emissions baseline in a redesigned version of its annual sustainability report, which outlines the university's environmental impact in 2016. Read MoreMar 15, 2018
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Graduate and professional student housing project moves to next step
The next phase of planning for a graduate and professional student village will engage an advisory firm tasked with identifying the best site, time frame and management model for the project. Read MoreFeb 22, 2018
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Three receive university’s highest staff honors at Service Award Ceremony
Two Vanderbilt University staff members received the 2017 Commodore Award, and the inaugural Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Distinguished Leadership Award was handed out at the annual Service Award Ceremony Tuesday at the Student Life Center. Read MoreJan 31, 2018
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FutureVU begins spring semester by continuing efforts to engage campus community
The FutureVU team is providing key project updates to kick off a busy spring semester. Read MoreJan 25, 2018
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Division of Administration keeps campus running during recent winter weather
Essential employees, including many in the Division of Administration, kept the campus running during last week's winter weather. Read MoreJan 21, 2018
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Vanderbilt redesigns equal employment, student accessibility and Title IX services
Vanderbilt University’s Division of Administration on Jan. 15 will launch a new design for Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action and Disability Services. Read MoreJan 8, 2018
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‘Green Roof Day’ to highlight FutureVU sustainability efforts Nov. 29
FutureVU and SEMO are hosts of this event, in which participants must photograph themselves at all five green roofs on campus to win prizes. The Nov. 29 event runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Read MoreNov 27, 2017
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West End neighborhood beautification efforts previewed by pop-up park
The FutureVU team turned a portion of Kensington Place into a park for Vanderbilt community members to enjoy last week in advance of beautification efforts slated to begin in mid-December. Read MoreNov 14, 2017
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FutureVU pop-up park to transform West End neighborhood Nov. 6–12
Vanderbilt’s West End neighborhood will be transformed Nov. 6–12 with the creation of a pop-up park on Kensington Place. The park will feature landscaping, open space and a variety of activities. Read MoreNov 3, 2017
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Chancellor presents Facilities’ Knight and Bratton with Heart and Soul Staff Appreciation Awards
Joey Knight, a journeyman electrician at Vanderbilt for the last seven years, and Jeff Bratton, a power distribution specialist for 30 years, were recognized by Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos during Facilities’ town hall meeting Nov. 1 at the Student Life Center. Read MoreNov 2, 2017
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Zeppos engages campus community about FutureVU core values, next steps
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos hosted a town hall meeting Tuesday featuring key updates about FutureVU. The topics of accessibility, mobility and transportation, and sustainability were highlighted. Read MoreOct 19, 2017
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Chancellor’s Town Hall focusing on campus accessibility, transportation and mobility, and sustainability set for Oct. 17
The campus community is invited to a town hall meeting about prominent updates regarding FutureVU. This will take place Oct. 17 in the Student Life Center BOT Room. Read MoreOct 9, 2017
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Vanderbilt’s PARK(ing) Day entry recognized by Nashville Civic Design Center
Vanderbilt took home top honors in the “Wow Factor” category at the Sept. 27 Golden Cone Awards, which celebrated the best community “parklets” from Nashville’s 2017 PARK(ing) Day celebration. Read MoreSep 28, 2017